THE PORTFOLIO COMPANY
This portfolio company is a value-added distributor and fabricator of consumable industrial components, including hose tubing, fittings, seals, fasteners, and raw materials. With over $100M in revenue and $16M–$17M in EBITDA, the company supplies OEMs, distributors, and e-commerce channels, including well-known brands. The business has completed eight add-on acquisitions and is backed by committed equity capital to continue this growth strategy. The founder-led business has a strong leadership team and a track record of scalable, organic growth.
THE PRIVATE EQUITY FIRM
The Private Equity firm operates a platform model with a focus on industrials, software, and pet services. With a committed equity stack and active buy-and-build strategy, the firm supports companies with strong organic growth stories. The firm provides strategic oversight while empowering portfolio company leaders with operational autonomy. Known for its entrepreneurial support, the firm brings a disciplined approach to acquisitions and integration.
THE CULTURE
The company has an entrepreneurial and hands-on culture led by a founder-CEO who is also the largest shareholder. The leadership team is dynamic and deeply involved in the operational and strategic growth of the business. The CFO role requires a collaborative, self-motivated individual who is comfortable with data-driven decision-making, integration activities, and managing a leveraged balance sheet within a multi-site environment.
VISION
What does success look like in this role?
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Continued integration across multiple sites and ERP systems.
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Establishment of data-driven decision-making processes.
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Financial infrastructure supporting further acquisitions and growth.
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Enhanced inventory and working capital management across the business.
THE ROLE
The CFO will be responsible for:
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Overseeing all financial operations including controller and FP&A functions.
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Supporting acquisition due diligence and post-merger integration.
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Improving financial reporting and analytics to drive data-informed decisions.
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Managing inventory and operational efficiencies across multiple sites.
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Supporting the development of junior finance team members.
KEY SELLING POINTS OF THE ROLE
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Lead the financial strategy of a high-growth, acquisition-driven business.
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Work directly with an entrepreneurial founder and CEO.
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Be instrumental in implementing scalable systems and processes.
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Join a platform with committed capital and a proven acquisition track record.
KEY CHALLENGES FOR THE ROLE
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Managing ongoing integration across systems and teams.
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Building financial sophistication across the business.
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Driving performance while scaling operations.
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Supporting a multi-site organization with large inventory holdings.
YOUR BACKGROUND
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
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Experience in value-added distribution or manufacturing.
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Prior CFO or VP of Finance roles in Private Equity-backed businesses.
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A strong background in M&A, due diligence, and integration.
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Proven success in businesses with $50M+ revenue and multi-site complexity.
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Expertise in managing leveraged balance sheets and inventory-heavy operations.
YOUR CHARACTERISTICS
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Hands-on and detail-oriented.
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Self-motivated and proactive.
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Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
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Comfortable operating in high-growth, fast-paced environments.
LOCATION
Buffalo, New York
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
Basic Salary: $200,000–$250,000
Bonus: To be confirmed
Equity: Yes – Common Unit Grants
401k: To be confirmed
Healthcare: To be confirmed
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